Trail Running calendar near Gateshead 2026-2027

Run the Dun Holm Challenge in Durham on scenic trails along the River Wear with stunning cathedral views. Choose distances from a 3 km minimum to ultras or take the multi day Time Challenge, earn themed medals and enjoy lap aid stations.

A 200 mile single stage ultramarathon from Kingston upon Hull to Helmsley, following the Wolds Way and Cleveland Way. Runners have 60 hours, must use motorised support teams, and meet strict checkpoint cut offs.

A flexible 7-hour trail run along the scenic River Wear in Durham. Choose your own distance, from 3km to an ultra marathon, on a flat, signed course. All finishers receive a themed medal and refreshments.

A point to point trail ultra of 32 miles around East Lancashire that visits the four Panopticons art installations. The course follows local trails and bridleways and entrants receive a map and GPX file.

A 110 mile single-stage trail ultramarathon along the Cleveland Way from Filey to Helmsley with a 36 hour limit. The route visits coastal towns including Scarborough, Whitby and Saltburn and crosses the North York Moors.

A single day fell event in the Howgill Fells of about 25 km with 1500 m ascent, following the original 23 SAS Weekend 9 route. Waymarked course with loaded, runner and walker categories plus mandatory safety kit and manned checkpoints.

A traditional fell race of about 11 km with roughly 400 m of ascent across Hutton Roof Crags and Farleton Knott, requiring map and compass navigation and three mandatory checkpoints. Entry is by pre entry under FRA rules with a 2 hours 15 m..

A chip-timed fell running event at Sale Fell on 23 May 2026 offering a senior 6 mile race and a range of junior distances from 1 km to 6 km, with age grading per FRA rules and prizes for individual and team categories.

Run Nidderdale is a six mile trail race in Nidderdale with a marked course and marshals. The route passes woodland and moorland, reaches a trig point with valley views, follows the Nidderdale Way past Two Stoops and finishes after a descent..

Trail half marathon and 10K in Whinlatter Forest on 24 May 2026. Firm, technical forest terrain with steep climbs, live chip timing, canicross friendly and finishers receive a medal, drink and snack.

A short but steep fell race in Coniston with about 1.6 km distance and 270 m of climb, including a scree descent. It is a BOFRA Championship counter with on-the-day entry and junior races across four age groups.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

Run a scenic half marathon in the historic grounds of Hulne Park near Alnwick Castle. The two-loop course features undulating paths and farm tracks. All finishers get a unique medal.

A 13 km fell race in Austwick, Yorkshire Dales with 365 m of climb, held alongside the village street market. Senior entry is for over 18s and several junior races cover multiple youth age groups.

Join Low Fell Running Club at The Angel View Inn on 28 May 2026 for a scenic multi terrain race with a 5.5 mile senior route and 1.5 mile junior races. Expect chip timing, prizes and a friendly club atmosphere that suits all abilities.

Take in the scenic Yorkshire countryside at your own pace. Choose from a 5 km, 10 km, or Half Marathon distance on a weekend morning. All finishers get a medal, hot food, and a drink.

Take on the Fellrunner in the Duddon Valley on Sat 30 May 2026, an 18 mile Lake District route from Newfield Inn, Seathwaite, with big climbs and sweeping views. Pre entry only for adult runners.

Join a classic Lake District fell race on 30 May 2026 in the wild Duddon Valley, starting at the Newfield Inn in Seathwaite. The 15.3 km course climbs 915 m, offering tough terrain and stunning views for experienced runners; pre entry only.

Test yourself on a scenic fell course in the South West Pennines near Kelbrook, 5.5 km with 213 m of climb. On the day entry only, £7, with £2 parking at The Old Barn. Teams welcome and minimum age 16; no junior races.

A mainly offroad walking event in Peebles with two route options: 27.6 miles (1,720 m ascent) or 16.4 miles (897 m ascent). Paths climb to high grassy ridges above the Tweed Valley; checkpoints are scheduled for walkers but runners may part..